Still mourning the death of her father, Cameron Diaz skipped a press junket for What Happens in Vegas in L.A. on Saturday.

Co-star Ashton Kutcher delivered the following hand-written note from Diaz, whose father Emilio died at the age of 58 from post-influenza MRSA pneumonia on April 15.

Diaz wrote:

"First of all I want to thank all of you for your support over the years.

"So many films, so many weekends discussing films. I was really looking forward to this weekend getting to talk to my friends about a film that I am so proud of.

"Due to the loss of my father I have chosen to be with my family this weekend. But it was important for me to convey to all of you how much I love this film. We really did have the best time, most fun and laughs making it. I know that the stories Ashton, Rob [Corddry] and [Director] Tom [Vaughan] share with you will illustrate that point. I was fortunate to work with a group of truly gifted individuals that share the common denominator of a generous heart and wickedly sick sense of humor.

"This weekend I am screening What Happens in Vegas for my family. It was a unanimous decision that we all needed to share a good laugh. After all that's why we make films like these. So people can leave behind their worries for a couple of hours. Have a good laugh.

"I picture all of your smiles and it makes me happy.

"Thank you for your continued support. It is much appreciated.

"Cameron."

source: http://www.usmagazine.com/cameron-diaz-family-turned-to-humor-after-fath...